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The bank's price target implies more than 35% upside. Citi also increased its price target to $47 per share from $38, which implies more than 30% upside from Thursday's $36.06 close. The firm upgraded shares of the drive-through coffee company to buy from hold and raised its target price to $46 per share from $33. Dutch Bros stock has ticked up roughly 4% in 2024, lagging the broader market. The firm upgraded the conglomerate to buy and raises its price target to $115 per share from $91.13.

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Elsewhere, Bank of America raised its price target on Nvidia, calling for more than 25% upside. 7:07 a.m.: Deutsche Bank deals latest blow to regional bank after earnings disappoint Deutsche Bank joined the post-earnings dogpile on New York Community Bank . Analyst Bernard von-Gizycki downgraded the regional bank to hold from buy and slashed to price target to $7 from $15. Analyst Alicia Yap upgraded the consumer internet stock to buy from neutral and raised her price target by $6 to $50. — Alex Harring 5:45 a.m.: Bank of America hikes Nvidia price target Don't expect Nvidia to lose momentum anytime soon, according to Bank of America.

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☆ Apple earnings: Here's what to expect
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-02 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailApple earnings: Here's what to expectBrandon Nispel, Keybanc Capital Markets senior analyst, joins 'Power Lunch' to preview Apple ahead of the company's earnings report after the bell today.

Persons: Brandon Nispel Organizations: Keybanc Capital Markets

☆ The NBA is shooting for a new media rights deal worth up to $60 billion, nearly triple its previous pact, that will pay teams and players millions more
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-27 | by ( James Faris | Margaret Fleming | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +11 min

Media analysts widely expect the league to select at least three distributors for its next media rights deal after the current setup expires in 2025. Comcast's NBCUniversal could be a frontrunner for a spot in the NBA's new media deal alongside Amazon, Nispel said. NBA players could be poised to earn sky-high paydaysThe NBA's last media deal — the $24 billion contract it struck in 2014 — was nearly triple the value of its previous pact. The pressure is now on the NBA to deliver a media deal that satisfies teams, athletes, and fans. Still, Macquarie media analyst Tim Nollen is optimistic about the size of the NBA's next media rights deal.

Persons: Jessica Reif Ehrlich, disruptors, Brandon Nispel, Nispel, —, Shirin Malkani, who's, Perkins, Leron Rogers, that's, Mark Patricof, Tim Nollen, Nollen, Reif Ehrlich, Ehrlich Organizations: NBA, Media, ESPN, Warner Bros, TNT, Disney, Apple, NBC, Comcast, Wall Street, Bank of America, NFL, MLB, NHL, KeyBanc Capital, Amazon, Flagship, ABC, Prime, Industry, Patricof, Macquarie, Diamond Sports

☆ Analysts say growth concerns and increased competition in China are weighing on Apple stock
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-18 | by ( Brian Evans | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

A pullback in Apple stock can largely be attributed to a potential fourth-straight quarter of declining revenue expected to be reported early next month, in addition to increased competition in China, according to analysts. Given its $2.7 trillion market capitalization, Apple is the largest company in the U.S. and thus a stock market bellwether. AAPL 5D mountain Apple stock. Nispel also pointed to headwinds in China stemming from increased competition from Huawei as being a potential drag on the stock recently. Reitzes also pointed to concerns about the China business as well as geopolitical issues weighing on the broader market as headwinds afflicting Apple.

Persons: Tim Cook, Brandon Nispel, they've, Nispel, Ben Reitzes, Reitzes, Huawei's, David Vogt, Apple, They're, CNBC's Michael Bloom Organizations: Apple, KeyBanc, Huawei, Jefferies, Wall, UBS Locations: China, U.S

☆ Keybanc downgrades Apple, points to weak U.S. iPhone sales
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-04 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailKeybanc downgrades Apple, points to weak U.S. iPhone salesBrandon Nispel, Keybanc analyst, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss the company's downgrade of Apple.

Persons: Brandon Nispel Organizations: Apple

☆ KeyBanc downgrades Apple to sector weight. Here's what the pros say
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-04 | by ( Christina Falso | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Market Movers rounded up the latest reactions on Apple from investors and analysts. The pros, including Jim Cramer , discussed the iPhone maker after KeyBanc downgraded the stock late Tuesday to sector weight from overweight. The firm said U.S. sales will likely struggle. The analyst behind the call, Brandon Nispel, wrote that he expects " trends in key markets such as the U.S. to remain soft ." Apple is currently held in Cramer's Charitable Trust portfolio.

Persons: Jim Cramer, KeyBanc, Brandon Nispel Organizations: Trust Locations: U.S

☆ KeyBanc downgrades Apple shares to sector weight, says U.S. sales are likely to struggle
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-03 | by ( Darla Mercado | Cfp | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

KeyBanc Capital Markets cut its rating on Apple to sector weight from overweight late Tuesday, citing the shares' high valuation as well as an expectation for soft growth in the United States. Nispel noted that Apple trades at 7.1 times premium to the Nasdaq based on enterprise value to earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. KeyBanc also anticipates soft growth in the Americas region, noting that about 37% of Apple's revenue comes from the U.S. and that sales there are "likely to struggle." Finally, the firm anticipates fiscal 2024 revenue growth of 3.5% compared to a consensus of more than 6%. Apple shares are up nearly 33% year to date.

Persons: Brandon Nispel, Nispel, KeyBanc, — CNBC's Michael Bloom Organizations: Apple, Nasdaq Locations: United States, U.S, Americas

☆ As Hollywood strikes press on, Wall Street weighs in on the outlook for TV, streaming stocks
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-19 | by ( Samantha Subin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +10 min

At the same time, legacy media companies face off against another well-known demon: cord-cutting. Technology companies such as Apple and Amazon can lean on their respective hardware and e-commerce businesses, said Paul Fanelli, a research analyst at Gabelli Funds. Even so, Wall Street sees only a handful of pure-play winners in the TV and streaming space winning consumer attention over the long run. Already, the technology companies have shown some promise. Consumers are increasingly forgoing pay TV packages from cable companies and opting for bundles from companies like Alphabet, he said.

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☆ Apple lost $200 billion in two days after reports of iPhone ban in China
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-07 | by ( Nicole Goodkind | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

New York CNN —Shares of Apple fell by 3.4% on Thursday following reports that China plans to expand a ban on the use of iPhones to government-backed agencies and companies. The company is set to lose about $200 billion in two days and its stock is currently the worst performer in the Dow Jones Industrial Average. China is the largest foreign market for the company’s products and Chinese sales represented about a fifth of the company’s total revenue last year. Apple doesn’t disclose iPhone sales by country but analysts at research firm TechInsights estimate that there were more iPhone sales in China than in the United States last quarter. CNN has reached out to Apple and to China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but has not received a response.

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☆ How much is Hulu worth? As Disney gears up to buy Comcast's share of the streamer, analysts say Bob Iger may have to pay a hefty price.
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-05 | by ( James Faris | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

When it comes to Hulu, value is in the eye of the holder. However, Comcast claims Hulu is worth double what Disney is saying, according to Bloomberg — even in a tough media environment. "It's what would a willing buyer in a robust auction pay," Roberts said of Hulu's valuation at a MoffettNathanson conference in May. Another way to value Hulu is by comparing its EV-to-subscriber ratio with that of Netflix. By buying all of Hulu, Disney can position itself for the next big trend in media, Noell said.

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☆ How ESPN's $2 billion deal with Penn Entertainment could shake up sports betting, from reinvigorating competition to evolving media's relationship with gambling
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-14 | by ( Ashley Rodriguez | Margaret Fleming | Lucia Moses | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +11 min

Many view the deal as a "win-win" for ESPN, Penn, and its former partner Barstool Sports. Industry insiders say the deal could signal a potential ESPN spinoff, disrupt competition, and more. Here's what industry insiders are saying about the deal:1. FanDuel and DraftKings dominate US online sports-betting and gambling market share, followed by BetMGM, according to a July report from Macquarie that analyzed Vixio data. Industry insiders like affiliate-marketing company Gambling.com Group's Max Bichsel aren't sure about that prediction.

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☆ Disney's big sports-betting deal has industry insiders abuzz about possibilities, from a potential ESPN spinoff to heightened competition
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-09 | by ( Ashley Rodriguez | Margaret Fleming | Lucia Moses | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +11 min

Many view the deal as a "win-win" for ESPN, Penn, and its former partner Barstool Sports. Industry insiders say the deal could signal a potential ESPN spinoff, disrupt competition, and more. Gambling industry insiders thought Disney CEO Bob Iger might make quick work of setting a sports-betting strategy when he took back the reins of the ESPN owner late last year. Here's what industry insiders are saying about the deal:1. Industry insiders like affiliate marketing company Gambling.com's Max Bichsel aren't sure about that prediction.

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☆ The 'Barbenheimer' box office success can help a range of stocks, analysts say. Here are some of them
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-24 | by ( Alex Harring | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

The opening weekend success of Warner Bros. Warner Bros. Discovery, Comcast and Paramount in 2023 Wolfe Research managing director Peter Supino said Warner Bros. Given the box office numbers, Nispel said the weekend will likely be positive for Warner Bros. B. Riley's Eric Wold noted IMAX screens were able to "completely dominate" this weekend for "Oppenheimer" showings.

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☆ ESPN's layoffs underscore its desperate need for a post-cable lifeline, but analysts are split on Disney's streaming plan that puts $20 billion of revenue at risk
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-07 | by ( James Faris | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +13 min

But that plan carries serious risk, as it would jeopardize still-sizable cable revenue without guaranteeing that enough sports fans would support such a product. Several other analysts — including Barton Crockett of Rosenblatt Securities, who has a buy rating for Disney shares — seconded those concerns about cannibalizing cable revenue. Nollen estimated 35 million current cable customers would switch to ESPN DTC. ESPN DTC is zero incremental cost and potentially billions in incremental revenue." An ESPN streamer (in light purple) would gradually drive revenue for Disney, Wells Fargo predicts.

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☆ KeyBanc downgrades Disney due to 'meaningful uncertainty' around the media giant
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-29 | by ( Alex Harring | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

It's difficult to stay bullish on Disney with multiple of its best-known business units facing challenges, according to KeyBanc. Analyst Brandon Nispel downgraded shares of the media and entertainment giant to sector weight from overweight. Nispel said expectations for the park business appear too high, and tough comparable periods are not adequately baked into those expectations. Disney+ and Hulu have both seen subscriber growth stagnate, with net losses expected in the third fiscal quarter. KeyBanc research shows interest in sports on linear TV is high but a willingness to pay for it on streaming is lower.

Persons: Brandon Nispel, Nispel, Disney's, — CNBC's Michael Bloom Organizations: Disney, Walt Disney, Hulu, ESPN, Pixar

☆ Disney stock downgraded on growth uncertainty. Here's what the pros say
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-29 | by ( Christina Falso | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Market Movers rounded up the best reactions from investors and analysts on Disney . The pros discussed the entertainment giant after KeyBanc downgraded the stock to sector weight from overweight. Analyst Brandon Nispel, who made the call, said attendance expectations for the parks appear too high and he expects a decline in revenue between the fiscal third and fourth quarters. Nispel also notes there have been more challenges with moving ESPN to streaming and subscriber growth could stall across Disney+ and Hulu. The stock is currently held in Jim Cramer 's Charitable Trust portfolio.

Persons: KeyBanc, Brandon Nispel, Nispel, Jim Cramer Organizations: Disney, ESPN, Trust

☆ Disney has a math problem as it strives to compete with Netflix, Wall Street analysts warn. Here's why Bob Iger is destined to make a $9 billion bet on Hulu anyway.
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-16 | by ( James Faris | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +11 min

Disney CEO Bob Iger must decide whether to acquire all of Hulu and fold it into Disney+. By buying all of Hulu, Disney could integrate its content into Disney+, which would make the flagship Disney streamer a formidable challenger to Netflix. "You look at the Disney+ bundle with Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+, and it's a pretty powerful combination," Nispel told Insider. Currently, the ad versions of Hulu and Disney+ each cost $8 per month while ad-free Hulu and Disney+ cost $15 and $11, respectively. The consensus among analysts about Disney's Hulu dilemma was neatly summarized by Barton Crockett of Rosenblatt Securities, whose price target implies 26% upside for Disney.

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☆ US telecom companies say not in talks with Amazon for wireless services
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-02 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +3 min

June 2 (Reuters) - Major U.S. wireless carriers on Friday said they not in talks with Amazon.com Inc (AMZN.O) to offer low-cost wireless services to its Prime members. "AT&T is not in discussions with Amazon to resell wireless services," a company spokesperson said. Verizon spokesperson the company "is not in negotiations with Amazon regarding the resale of (Verizon's) wireless network. Brandon Nispel of KeyBanc Capital Markets said Dish Network, a relatively new entrant in wireless, could be the most likely partner for Amazon. They also rallied in May after a Wall Street Journal report that Dish was in talks to sell its wireless plans through Amazon.

Persons: Christopher Ali, Brandon Nispel, Michael Ashley Schulman, Yuvraj Malik, Aditya Soni, Tanya Jain, Akash Sriram, David Shepardson, Sheila Dang, Nivedita Bhattacharjee Organizations: Major U.S, Amazon.com Inc, Wireless, Bloomberg News, Amazon, Dish Network, Verizon, Mobile, Penn State University, AT, KeyBanc, Journal, U.S, Running, Capital Advisors, Thomson Locations: Major, Bengaluru, Washington, Dallas

☆ US telecom stocks fall on report Amazon in talks for wireless services
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-02 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

Bloomberg News reported that Amazon was negotiating to get the lowest possible wholesale prices and could offer wireless plans for $10 a month or lower to Prime members through these partnerships. AT&T declined to comment, while T-Mobile said it was not in discussions with Amazon for inclusion of its wireless in Prime service. The details of the potential deals between Amazon and the wireless carriers were not immediately known. Dish's shares were an outlier in telecom stocks with a gain of 22%. The company's shares had also soared in May after a Wall Street Journal report that it was in talks to sell its wireless plans through Amazon.

Persons: Christopher Ali, Brandon Nispel, Yuvraj Malik, Tanya Jain, Akash Sriram, Aditya Soni, Sheila Dang, Nivedita Bhattacharjee Organizations: Verizon Communications Inc, Mobile US Inc, Inc, U.S, Bloomberg News, Amazon, Penn State University, Verizon, Mobile, KeyBanc, Markets, Dish Network Corp, Journal, Thomson Locations: Amazon, Bengaluru, Dallas

Hardware sales are set to decline over 7% to $71.93 billion in the second quarter, according to 23 analysts polled by Visible Alpha. Mac sales, which account for nearly a tenth of Apple's revenue, likely fell by a quarter, while revenue from flagship iPhone is estimated to have declined by over 3%. Davidson, who expects iPhone sales there to rise. That would mark its second lowest growth rate since at least the first quarter of fiscal 2017. He expects Apple to have added 30 million users to its active installed user base - the number of active Apple devices in the world.

☆ Analysts are torn on how Fox News' ratings will be affected after Tucker Carlson's ousting craters the company's stock
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-25 | by ( Nidhi Pandurangi | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Tucker Carlson's exit from Fox News wiped $962 million from the network's market value on Monday. But analysts are torn about the long-term impact of the host's ouster on Fox Corp stock. But financial analysts are torn about the impact Carlson's departure will have on Fox Corporation's stock — which lost about $962 million in market value on Monday after news broke of the departure. Matthew Tuttle, the CEO and CIO of Tuttle Capital Management, told Bloomberg that Carlson's exit is "definitely going to leave a mark on Fox." But not all analysts shared the gloomy projection for Fox Corp stock in the long term.

April 25 (Reuters) - Star host Tucker Carlson's abrupt exit from Fox News is likely to hit short-term ratings but could nudge more mainstream advertisers to consider a network they have snubbed for being too partisan, investors and analysts said. News of his departure on Monday wiped nearly $1 billion from the market valuation of the network's parent company, Rupert Murdoch-controlled Fox Corp (FOXA.O). "It's a huge deal," said Matthew Tuttle, head of Tuttle Capital Management, an investment firm that is betting against Fox shares. The conservative-leaning Carlson's prime-time show was the highest-rated cable news program in the key 25-to-54 age demographic on Fox News - the most-watched U.S. cable news network. It's likely that advertisers who were seeking that audience may have limited other options for conservative news viewership without skewing too conservative."

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